Sorry Pal Podcast — Season 3, Episode 13“The Ladder Analogy”

You climbed the ladder. Congratulations. But who the hell gave you the right to kick it out from underneath everybody else?

On Season 3, Episode 13 of the Sorry Pal Podcast, Levi tackles an attitude in professional wrestling that pisses him off: a wrestler who reached the national level looking down at wrestlers who didn't make it as far and telling them they shouldn't be giving advice about the business.

Levi doesn't deny the accomplishment. Making it to national television matters. Working for major companies matters. Reaching a level most independent wrestlers never reach deserves respect.

But does reaching a higher rung suddenly mean everybody below you knows nothing?

That's where “The Ladder Analogy” comes in.

Levi compares it to a guy who climbs a ladder, reaches the roof, then kicks the ladder away and looks down at everybody underneath him saying:

“If you knew anything about climbing, you'd already be up here with me.”

There's just one problem...

You didn't build the fucking ladder.

This week, Levi talks about the difference between success and knowledge, why a wrestler's résumé doesn't automatically make every opinion correct, and why someone who never reached national television can still have decades of experience worth listening to.

Coaches don't have to be Hall of Fame players.

Trainers don't have to be world champions.

And a wrestler doesn't need to have worked WrestleMania to recognize bad wrestling, bad psychology, bad business or bad advice.

Levi also turns the argument around and asks a simple question: If only wrestlers who reached the highest levels are qualified to give advice, how many trainers, bookers, veterans and wrestling minds throughout history would suddenly have to shut their mouths?

Levi never claims he reached the same heights as the people he's talking about.

He doesn't need to.

He trained. He wrestled. He paid dues. He took bumps. He set up rings. He sat in locker rooms. He made mistakes. He learned from veterans. And after spending enough time inside professional wrestling, you learn some shit.

You don't have to take his advice.

But don't tell him he's not allowed to give it.

Because sometimes the guy halfway up the ladder sees something the guy standing on the roof has forgotten.

And sometimes...

the guy you're looking down on is the guy holding the fucking ladder steady.

It isn't all Levi being pissed off this week.

Levi is fired up about XICW bringing back PROVING GROUNDS for SEASON 9!

For a show that's always been about giving wrestlers an opportunity to prove themselves, develop, learn and earn their way up that ladder, the timing couldn't be more perfect considering this week's topic.

While some people are busy looking down from the top, Proving Grounds is about giving the next generation a place to start climbing.

Levi talks about why he's excited to see Proving Grounds return, what a platform like this means for developing talent, and why opportunities to learn and grow are so damn important to independent wrestling.

AND THEN THERE'S SOME DAMN GOOD NEWS...

SORRY PAL PODCAST — SEASON 3, EPISODE 12

THE ART OF THE PROMO

Everybody thinks they can cut a promo—until somebody hands them a microphone and tells them to make people care.

In this episode, Levi breaks down the lost art of the professional wrestling promo. It isn’t about screaming until your face turns red, repeating the same tired catchphrases, or tossing around insider terms to impress the boys in the back.

A great promo has a purpose. It tells a story, sells a fight, builds an opponent, and convinces the people watching that what happens next actually matters.

Levi pulls no punches as he explains why so many promos today sound rehearsed, phony, and completely forgettable. He talks about knowing your character, believing the words coming out of your mouth, listening to the crowd, and understanding that burying your opponent only makes beating them mean less.

You can have the look. You can have the moves. You can even call yourself a professional wrestler. But if you can’t make the audience care about you—or pay money to see somebody kick your ass—then you’re missing one of the most important parts of the business.

No scripts. No excuses. No sugarcoating.

Sorry, pal—that’s the art of a good promo.

Sorry Pal Podcast — Season 3, Episode 11“

Whose Ring Is It Anyway?”

With this weeks controversy, I decided to drop this early

Everybody wants to be a professional wrestler.

Everybody wants the entrance. The music. The gear. The spotlight. The match.

But when the last bell rings and it's time to tear down the fucking ring... where did everybody go?

This week on Sorry Pal, Levi tackles one of those arguments that's probably been happening in wrestling locker rooms since somebody built the first damn ring: Is helping set up and tear down part of paying your dues?

And more importantly—if a wrestler doesn't help, whose fault is it anyway?

Is it on the wrestler for not having enough common sense to lend a hand? Is it on their trainer for never teaching them? Is it on the veterans for complaining about "kids these days" without showing them how the business works? Or does some of that responsibility fall on the promoter who never bothered to tell their locker room what was expected in the first place?

And this isn't just about carrying ring boards.

Levi gets into what "paying your dues" actually means—from loading trucks, setting up chairs and promoting shows to respecting the building, watching matches, helping the people around you and being someone the locker room can count on.

But there's another side to it, too.

Where's the line between paying your dues and being taken advantage of?

Because helping the show is one thing. Hazing somebody, treating rookies like personal servants or expecting free labor simply because "that's how we did it" is something completely different.

Old school versus new school.
Tradition versus entitlement.
Respect versus exploitation.

And somewhere in the middle is probably the truth.

So grab your ring boards, find the fucking socket wrench, and stick around after the main event...

Because this week we're asking:

WHOSE RING IS IT ANYWAY?

The show where everybody wants to wrestle... but nobody wants to tear down the fucking ring.

Sorry Pal... Not So Sorry.

SORRY PAL PODCAST – Season 3, Episode 9

This week on the Sorry Pal Podcast, In a special 1 Hour and 20 Minute episode; Levi Blue sits down with one of professional wrestling's greatest storytellers, historians, and personalities—SuperMouth Dave Drason—for a conversation that every true wrestling fan needs to hear.

Long before podcasts and social media, Dave was living wrestling history firsthand. He takes Levi back to the beginning of his incredible journey, sharing how he broke into the business and found himself surrounded by some of the biggest names and strongest personalities wrestling has ever produced.

The conversation dives deep into The Original Sheik, exploring the genius, mystery, and controlled chaos that made him one of the most influential figures in wrestling history. Dave also shares unforgettable stories about Lou Klein, Captain Ed George, and the men who built Michigan wrestling into something fans believed in.

But this isn't just a trip down memory lane.

Levi and Dave don't hold back as they compare yesterday's business to today's product. They tackle the biggest question facing wrestling in 2026:

What's missing?

Is it the larger-than-life personalities? The ability to make fans believe? The respect for the business? The psychology? The selling? Or has wrestling simply forgotten what made people buy a ticket in the first place?

As always, Levi brings his no-nonsense perspective while Dave offers decades of firsthand experience, creating a conversation that's equal parts history lesson, shoot interview, and passionate debate.

If you've ever wondered why old-school wrestling still resonates with fans decades later, this episode will give you the answers.

No filters. No sugarcoating. No revisionist history.

Just two wrestling lifers talking about the business they love...

...and asking whether today's generation is willing to learn from the men who built it.

Sorry Pal... this is one you don't want to miss.

SORRY PAL PODCAST – SEASON 3, EPISODE 9"

King of the Hill or Over the Hill?"

How many standing ovations are worth destroying a legacy?

In Episode 8 of Sorry Pal, Levi Blue pulls no punches as he dives into one of wrestling's most uncomfortable conversations—the veteran who refuses to walk away. At what point does chasing one more pop, one more payday, or one more match stop adding to a Hall of Fame career... and start erasing it? Sometimes the loudest applause comes at the expense of everything that made you great.

Then it's time to tackle one of the biggest problems in modern wrestling...

Nobody sells anymore.

When every move is a kick-out, every finisher is just another transition, and every wrestler is trying to prove they're indestructible, what happens to the art of storytelling? Levi breaks down why selling isn't weakness—it's the very thing that creates emotion, makes stars, and keeps fans invested. Without it, wrestling becomes nothing more than an exhibition of athletic stunts.

To close out the show, Levi gives his trademark no-BS breakdown of the latest AEW PPV—the highs, the lows, the head-scratchers, and the moments everyone will be talking about. No corporate talking points. No fanboy spin. Just an honest opinion from someone who's lived the business.

If you're looking for sugar-coated takes, you're in the wrong place.

Real Talk. No Filter. No Apologies.

Sorry Pal.

Sorry Pal Podcast – Season 3, Episode 8: Hidden Gems & Hard Truths

This week, Levi shares his trip to West Branch, Michigan, where he stumbled across what he calls a hidden wrestling oasis that every wrestling fan should know about.

Then it's time to tackle a question that's divided locker rooms for years: Who's responsible for setting up and tearing down the wrestling ring—the wrestlers or the promoter? Levi gives his take from someone who's spent years doing the work.

Also on the show, Levi talks about why more people need to grow a set of balls instead of airing every problem on social media, and he wraps things up by reflecting on his recent vacation and why taking time to appreciate the little things in life matters more than ever.

No filters. No pandering. Just real wrestling, real life, and real opinions.

Sorry Pal Podcast – Season 3, Episode 7

Body Shaming, Levi's Legacy & The Truth About My Health

Just a quick note about this episode, I published it about 9:30pm in the evening, I woke up at 2AM to pull it down. thinking maybe I shared to much. Maybe no one wants to heard stuff like this, but as I laid in bed, I thought, this is me, this is real and this is the way it is, maybe it is some random thoughts, but, later I can look back on this episode and realize just how I was feeling. So, here it is, 6:16am and I am putting it back up. It was for you...but this one, in a sense is more for me.

This week on the Sorry Pal Podcast, Levi tackles one of the ugliest trends in today's world—body shaming. Whether it's in professional wrestling, social media, or everyday life, people are far too comfortable judging others by their appearance. Levi shares his own experiences being mocked for his weight throughout his wrestling career and explains why a person's character will always matter more than the number on a scale.

For the first time, Levi also opens up about the medical conditions he's been dealing with behind the scenes. He tells the whole story—the health struggles, how they've affected his life, and why he refuses to let them define who he is.

The conversation then shifts to something much bigger than wrestling: legacy. When the dust settles, nobody remembers the insults or the opinions. They remember how you treated people, the lives you touched, and the difference you made.

Levi also shines a spotlight on the upcoming Shop With a Cop Fundraiser, discussing why supporting local children and giving back to the community is something he's passionate about. It's a reminder that the greatest legacy isn't built inside a wrestling ring—it's built through acts of kindness and helping others.

This is one of the most personal episodes of Season 3. Honest. Emotional. Unfiltered.

Because your legacy isn't determined by what people say about you... it's determined by what you leave behind.

Sorry Pal Podcast – Season 3 Episode 6

On this episode of Sorry Pal, Levi dives headfirst into a situation that proves some people never learn from their mistakes.

A wrestling promotion decided to give an abusive wrestler a second chance, believing people deserve an opportunity to redeem themselves. Unfortunately, it didn't take long before more information surfaced, revealing that the individual wasn't just abusive—he was allegedly involved in behavior that exposed him as a sexual deviant as well. Levi discusses the difference between forgiveness and accountability, and why promotions need to do their homework before putting someone back in a position of trust.

From there, Levi tackles a problem he sees far too often both inside and outside of wrestling: people listening without actually hearing. Time and time again, warnings are given, concerns are raised, and facts are presented, but people choose to hear only what they want to hear. Levi explains how the failure to truly comprehend what's being said often leads to consequences that could have been avoided entirely. Whether it's wrestling promoters, talent, or everyday people, ignoring the message because you don't like the messenger usually comes back to bite you in the ass.

In the second half of the show, Levi shifts gears and talks about the growing trend of people posting deeply personal opinions, beliefs, and private details on professional pages and business accounts. While everyone has the right to their own opinions, Levi discusses how mixing personal agendas with professional platforms can damage credibility, alienate customers, and create unnecessary controversy. Sometimes the smartest move isn't asking whether you can post something—it's asking whether you should.

As always, Levi delivers his trademark no-nonsense perspective, calling out poor decision-making, personal accountability, and the consequences that follow when people refuse to pay attention to what's right in front of them.

Sometimes the problem isn't that nobody told you. The problem is that you heard the words but never listened to the message.

Are You Listening to Me or Are You Hearing Me?